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Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
3 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Summer Camp at Capital City Museum
Summer Camp at Capital City Museum
With a focus on historic crafts, this half-day camp will let your child explore history and nature in and around downtown Frankfort! Each day camp will have a different theme. The full summer schedule is listed below.June 28th - Ghost Stories!July 1st - Cryptids and Legends!July 10th - Splashin AroundJuly 24th-25th - Nature and ArtJuly 31st - Scavenger HuntsMinimum age...
4-H Dog Club
4-H Dog Club
Open to youth ages 9-18 years old. Youth and their dogs will learn obedience, companionship, and responsible dog ownership. All dogs must be current on all vaccinations and have all puppy vaccinations. Meets the first and third Monday of the month. Click HERE for the 2023/2024 forms. For more info, contact 4-H Agent MacKenzie Preece at [email protected].
5 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Let’s Play FRYSC Days
Let’s Play FRYSC Days
Summer fun with Franklin County FRYSC's and Paul Sawyier Public Library! July 2: Sarah Apartments July 9: Prince Hall July 16: Juniper Hills July 18: Duckers Mobile Home Park July 23: Louisville Road Mobile Home Park July 25: Cove Springs Sky Trail
Kids Pottery Classes
Kids Pottery Classes
Kids Class from 4-5pm Ages 7-17 (Classes individualized for each student & level) Each session includes 4 classes beginning on the first Tuesday of the month Kids classes are a way to explore clay while expanding creativity, problem solving, and building artistic techniques. Students will handbuild, throw on the wheel, and glaze. As students continue to attend monthly classes they...
Messy Minis Pottery Class
Messy Minis Pottery Class
Pottery Pals from 5:30pm to 6pm Ages 4+ w/ an adult $55 for Child and Adult together Each session includes four classes beginning on the first Tuesday of the month. These classes are for a child ages 2-7, plus one adult. Kids and their special adult will explore clay while expanding creativity, practice problem solving, and build artistic techniques each...
2 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Kiwanis Frankfort Soccer Camp (Ages 14-17)
At KIWANIS - GFC FRANKFORT SOCCER CAMP AND CLINIC, we offer kids of all ages and backgrounds a structured opportunity for growth. Our enriched program is designed for campers to promote independence and self-confidence all while making new friends and learning exciting new skills. To find out more and to discover if our Soccer Camp is a good fit for...
5 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Doggy Book Club
Doggy Book Club
Hello Friends and Fans! Looking for something to do with your kiddos now that school is out? Check out our new and improved weekly Doggy Book Club! We invite kids age 7-12 to the shelter on Thursday's 10am-noon for a fun FREE experience! Learn to properly handle dogs and cats, make fun crafts, help out around the shelter and have...
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Liberty Hall Presents: Frankfort’s Fourth of July Celebration
Liberty Hall Presents: Frankfort’s Fourth of July Celebration
FREE FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT!!! In partnership with the Team Kentucky Tourism Arts & Heritage Cabinet and the City of Frankfort, Liberty Hall brings Civic Season to a close with Frankfort's Fourth of July celebration! Bring a blanket or picnic lunch to enjoy live music, games, and American history together as a community. Along with performances by Kentucky Shakespeare and Bill...
STEAM for Teens
STEAM for Teens
Teens, join us monthly to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM). This program is offered in partnership with Kentucky Cooperative Extension at Kentucky State University and University of Kentucky.. All teens in grades 6-12 are welcome; registration is not required. In December, explore the beauty of snow and ice. Teen events are exclusively for middle and high school...
3 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Teen Clay Night
Teen Clay Night
Ages: Middle - High School Teen/Tween Night is developed as an introductory and exploratory class in clay. Students will increase their knowledge of clay or continue building on their knowledge in a fun and artistic environment. Pottery will be ready for pick up in 2 to 3 weeks, and you will receive an email or text when finished. These are...
5 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Franklin County Farmers Market
Franklin County Farmers Market
Walk through our market and see fresh produce, eggs, breads, meats, jams and salsa, cheese, soap, plants, and more, all produced in Franklin and surrounding counties. Enjoy fresh food, support local farmers, and chat with friends. Kids Days at the Market are held every month on the second Saturday. More information coming soon!
Breakfast with a Book
Breakfast with a Book
Join us for a meeting of Breakfast with a Book, where we will discuss The Lives of a Cell by Lewis Thomas. This book discussion group is for people who enjoy reading a variety of good books in both fiction and nonfiction. The group meets every four weeks on Saturday morning for a continental breakfast and book discussion. If you have questions...
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Cookout + Potluck (Community Event)
Cookout + Potluck (Community Event)
Come meet your neighbors! The playground will be open for anyone that would like to set-up a picnic area to celebrate the holiday weekend. All ages welcome. No alcohol allowed. BYO chairs, tables, pop-ups (need to be staked), portable grills, kiddie pools, sparkles, plates, etc. I'll have the water tote hooked up and can fill some smaller pools. I'll also...
2 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
4 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Creating Your “Favorite Things” (Summer Clay Camp)
Broadway Clay offers week long clay camps in a professional studio environment. Through exploration, students become independent learners who aren’t afraid to freely create and make messy mistakes! Our qualified instructors teach skills that allow students to develop artwork worthy for a portfolio. (More detailed description below) Cost: $165 Time: 9:00am -12:00pm Refund Policy:https://broadwayclaypay.square.site/refund-policy (If your child is 13 &...
Scholastic Summer Leadership Academy
Do you have a middle school (6-8th grade) student who is looking for activities this summer break? Join the Collegiate Corner for summer camp Summer 2024 Includes: Activities/ Snacks Reading and Writing Math Support/ Assessment *Lunch Provided Limited Space Available (20 students per/session) Registration Fee: $185 per/ week To Register: 1. Complete the emergency contact/registration form: https://forms.gle/aFA88FgaKzMRYSdcA 2. Provide registration...
7 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Let’s Play FRYSC Days
Let’s Play FRYSC Days
Summer fun with Franklin County FRYSC's and Paul Sawyier Public Library! July 2: Sarah Apartments July 9: Prince Hall July 16: Juniper Hills July 18: Duckers Mobile Home Park July 23: Louisville Road Mobile Home Park July 25: Cove Springs Sky Trail
4H: Sr. Bee Club
4H: Sr. Bee Club
Ages sixth grade and up. This club will teach youth about beekeeping, bee boxes, pollinator gardens, honey tasting and much more! For more info, contact 4-H Agent MacKenzie Preece at [email protected]. Free.
4H: Jr. Cooking Club
4H: Jr. Cooking Club
The 4-H Cooking Group is open to youth in 4th to 12th grade. If you want to learn to cook and try new recipes, the Cooking Club is the group for you! The program is designed to teach youth cooking skills such as techniques, utensil use, and basic culinary skills. Junior club is for ages 9-13. They will learn basic cooking...
6 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Summer Camp at Capital City Museum
Summer Camp at Capital City Museum
With a focus on historic crafts, this half-day camp will let your child explore history and nature in and around downtown Frankfort! Each day camp will have a different theme. The full summer schedule is listed below.June 28th - Ghost Stories!July 1st - Cryptids and Legends!July 10th - Splashin AroundJuly 24th-25th - Nature and ArtJuly 31st - Scavenger HuntsMinimum age...
WET Program: Wednesday Enlightening Trips with Canoe Kentucky
WET Program: Wednesday Enlightening Trips with Canoe Kentucky
Get your kids unplugged and outdoors this summer! Maybe you cannot commit to a full summer camp, but CKY: Canoe Kentucky's WET Program (Wednesday Enlightening Trips) will meet all your needs for getting your kids outside this summer, and giving you a few hours to get LIFE done! Each of these Wednesday events will meet at the LOWER COVE SPRINGS...
7 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Doggy Book Club
Doggy Book Club
Hello Friends and Fans! Looking for something to do with your kiddos now that school is out? Check out our new and improved weekly Doggy Book Club! We invite kids age 7-12 to the shelter on Thursday's 10am-noon for a fun FREE experience! Learn to properly handle dogs and cats, make fun crafts, help out around the shelter and have...
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Drum Circle
Drum Circle
Drum Circle time with friends and family! Rhythm is a great way to wind down after a busy day. Come get outdoors and meet new people. Bring your own instrument. Some drums and rhythm instruments are available for use. Register to join.
7 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
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Movie in the Park: Field of Dreams
Movie in the Park: Field of Dreams
Food Trucks, Bounce Houses, Music and fun! Movie starts at 9:30pm.
Public Art Walking Tour
Public Art Walking Tour
Visit Frankfort invites you to explore the art in public places within the historic downtown area. See and discover our murals and sculptures, historic architecture, its stained-glass windows on this guided walking tour. The tour covers a distance of less than one mile and lasts about 60-minutes. Following the tour, be sure to stop inside the historic Grand Theatre to...
Kids Clay Night
Kids Clay Night
Ages: 5-11 Kids night is designed as a fun introduction to clay and a perfect time to drop your kids off in a safe & enriching environment while you eat dinner downtown or run some errands. This class is a drop off program for kids only who are independent workers. We have a Monday night class for kids who need...
5 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Franklin County Farmers Market
Franklin County Farmers Market
Walk through our market and see fresh produce, eggs, breads, meats, jams and salsa, cheese, soap, plants, and more, all produced in Franklin and surrounding counties. Enjoy fresh food, support local farmers, and chat with friends. Kids Days at the Market are held every month on the second Saturday. More information coming soon!
Coffee with Cats & Donuts with Dogs
Coffee with Cats & Donuts with Dogs
What better way to start off your weekend than getting some lovin' from our cats and dogs? On the 2nd Saturday of each month, make plans to visit the LIFE House For Animals anytime between 10 AM - 11 AM to enjoy "Coffee With Cats & Donuts With Dogs." You can... Relax in our lobby and meet adoptable cats. Each...
3 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
6 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Hand-Building Habitats (Summer Clay Camp)
Broadway Clay offers week long clay camps in a professional studio environment. Through exploration, students become independent learners who aren’t afraid to freely create and make messy mistakes! Our qualified instructors teach skills that allow students to develop artwork worthy for a portfolio. (More detailed description below) Cost: $165 Time: 9:00am -12:00pm Refund Policy:https://broadwayclaypay.square.site/refund-policy (If your child is 13 &...
2024 LCT July Percy Jackson and the Lightening Thief
This summer the Grand will again host a workshop/camp for children ages 8-14 – Percy Jackson and the Lightening Thief will be performed for the parents on Friday! Cost is $200 per camper – Monday – July 15th – Friday – July 19th – Deposit of $100 is due at registration. Contact the Grand Ticket Office to register. 502.352.7469
4-H Dog Club
4-H Dog Club
Open to youth ages 9-18 years old. Youth and their dogs will learn obedience, companionship, and responsible dog ownership. All dogs must be current on all vaccinations and have all puppy vaccinations. Meets the first and third Monday of the month. Click HERE for the 2023/2024 forms. For more info, contact 4-H Agent MacKenzie Preece at [email protected].
11 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
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Zoe Speaks Duo
Zoe Speaks Duo
Zoe Speaks Duo – is not your ordinary folk band. They are rooted deep in family, in the music making, storytelling lineages of their rural Eastern Kentucky origins, where music is a part of daily life, and where singing goes hand in hand with working. In addition to sharing banjo, guitar, dulcimer, fiddle, and traditional flatfoot dancing.
Let’s Play FRYSC Days
Let’s Play FRYSC Days
Summer fun with Franklin County FRYSC's and Paul Sawyier Public Library! July 2: Sarah Apartments July 9: Prince Hall July 16: Juniper Hills July 18: Duckers Mobile Home Park July 23: Louisville Road Mobile Home Park July 25: Cove Springs Sky Trail
4H: Communications Club
4H: Communications Club
Open to youth 9-18, this club focuses on the various forms of communication. Speeches, demonstrations, and written! Stay tuned for the 4-H commercial created by the club! Contact Club Leader Denise Boebinger for more information on the club! Email: [email protected] Free.
6 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
WET Program: Wednesday Enlightening Trips with Canoe Kentucky
WET Program: Wednesday Enlightening Trips with Canoe Kentucky
Get your kids unplugged and outdoors this summer! Maybe you cannot commit to a full summer camp, but CKY: Canoe Kentucky's WET Program (Wednesday Enlightening Trips) will meet all your needs for getting your kids outside this summer, and giving you a few hours to get LIFE done! Each of these Wednesday events will meet at the LOWER COVE SPRINGS...
8 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Doggy Book Club
Doggy Book Club
Hello Friends and Fans! Looking for something to do with your kiddos now that school is out? Check out our new and improved weekly Doggy Book Club! We invite kids age 7-12 to the shelter on Thursday's 10am-noon for a fun FREE experience! Learn to properly handle dogs and cats, make fun crafts, help out around the shelter and have...
Let’s Play FRYSC Days
Let’s Play FRYSC Days
Summer fun with Franklin County FRYSC's and Paul Sawyier Public Library! July 2: Sarah Apartments July 9: Prince Hall July 16: Juniper Hills July 18: Duckers Mobile Home Park July 23: Louisville Road Mobile Home Park July 25: Cove Springs Sky Trail
4H: Garden Club
4H: Garden Club
For Fourth Grade and up. Garden club will be growing and learning about various horticulture programs. they will be growing their own meal, creating a community pollinator garden, and horticulture/ Floral designs. For more info, contact 4-H Agent MacKenzie Preece at [email protected]. Free.
5 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Public Art Walking Tour
Public Art Walking Tour
Visit Frankfort invites you to explore the art in public places within the historic downtown area. See and discover our murals and sculptures, historic architecture, its stained-glass windows on this guided walking tour. The tour covers a distance of less than one mile and lasts about 60-minutes. Following the tour, be sure to stop inside the historic Grand Theatre to...
6 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
YAYmake • Kid’s Night Out
YAYmake • Kid’s Night Out
Join us for our mess-maker kid’s night out for elementary & middle school children!
Franklin County Farmers Market
Franklin County Farmers Market
Walk through our market and see fresh produce, eggs, breads, meats, jams and salsa, cheese, soap, plants, and more, all produced in Franklin and surrounding counties. Enjoy fresh food, support local farmers, and chat with friends. Kids Days at the Market are held every month on the second Saturday. More information coming soon!
2 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
4 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
4H: Cloverbuds
4H: Cloverbuds
Cloverbuds is open to youth ages 5-8 years old. Cloverbuds explores all areas of 4-H throughout the year. Creating crafts, and doing different educational activities together at the extension office. Meets the last Monday of the month. Contact Austin Brewer at [email protected] for more information. Free.
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2024 TCM – The NeverEnding Story
2024 TCM – The NeverEnding Story
40th Anniversary – The NeverEnding Story tells the story of Bastian (Barret Oliver) who, on his way to school one day, ducks into a bookstore to avoid bullies. Sneaking away with a book called “The NeverEnding Story,” Bastian begins reading it in the school attic. The novel is about Fantasia, a fantasy land threatened by “The Nothing,” a darkness that...
6 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
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Lexington Ballet – Cinderella
Lexington Ballet – Cinderella
Lexington Ballet – Cinderella “Cinderella”, or “The Little Glass Slipper”, is a folk tale with thousands of variants that are told throughout the world. The protagonist is a young girl living in forsaken circumstances that are suddenly changed to remarkable fortune, with her ascension to the throne via marriage.
Let’s Play FRYSC Days
Let’s Play FRYSC Days
Summer fun with Franklin County FRYSC's and Paul Sawyier Public Library! July 2: Sarah Apartments July 9: Prince Hall July 16: Juniper Hills July 18: Duckers Mobile Home Park July 23: Louisville Road Mobile Home Park July 25: Cove Springs Sky Trail
4H: Jr. Bee Club
4H: Jr. Bee Club
Ages Kindergarten through fifth grade. This club will teach youth about beekeeping, bee boxes, pollinator gardens, honey tasting and much more! For more info, contact 4-H Agent MacKenzie Preece at [email protected]. Free.
5 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Kiwanis Frankfort Soccer Camp (Advanced, Any Ages)
At KIWANIS - GFC FRANKFORT SOCCER CAMP AND CLINIC, we offer kids of all ages and backgrounds a structured opportunity for growth. Our enriched program is designed for campers to promote independence and self-confidence all while making new friends and learning exciting new skills. To find out more and to discover if our Soccer Camp is a good fit for...
Summer Camp at Capital City Museum
Summer Camp at Capital City Museum
With a focus on historic crafts, this half-day camp will let your child explore history and nature in and around downtown Frankfort! Each day camp will have a different theme. The full summer schedule is listed below.June 28th - Ghost Stories!July 1st - Cryptids and Legends!July 10th - Splashin AroundJuly 24th-25th - Nature and ArtJuly 31st - Scavenger HuntsMinimum age...
WET Program: Wednesday Enlightening Trips with Canoe Kentucky
WET Program: Wednesday Enlightening Trips with Canoe Kentucky
Get your kids unplugged and outdoors this summer! Maybe you cannot commit to a full summer camp, but CKY: Canoe Kentucky's WET Program (Wednesday Enlightening Trips) will meet all your needs for getting your kids outside this summer, and giving you a few hours to get LIFE done! Each of these Wednesday events will meet at the LOWER COVE SPRINGS...
6 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Doggy Book Club
Doggy Book Club
Hello Friends and Fans! Looking for something to do with your kiddos now that school is out? Check out our new and improved weekly Doggy Book Club! We invite kids age 7-12 to the shelter on Thursday's 10am-noon for a fun FREE experience! Learn to properly handle dogs and cats, make fun crafts, help out around the shelter and have...
Let’s Play FRYSC Days
Let’s Play FRYSC Days
Summer fun with Franklin County FRYSC's and Paul Sawyier Public Library! July 2: Sarah Apartments July 9: Prince Hall July 16: Juniper Hills July 18: Duckers Mobile Home Park July 23: Louisville Road Mobile Home Park July 25: Cove Springs Sky Trail
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Parent Cafe
Parent Cafe
Parenting is tough! But, you’re not alone. Connect with others about the challenges of raising kids in a comfortable and safe place, while the kids enjoy food and activities. Parent Cafés are structured, small group conversations that create physically and emotionally safe spaces where parents and caregivers talk about the challenges and victories of raising a family. Parents gather around...
5 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Public Art Walking Tour
Public Art Walking Tour
Visit Frankfort invites you to explore the art in public places within the historic downtown area. See and discover our murals and sculptures, historic architecture, its stained-glass windows on this guided walking tour. The tour covers a distance of less than one mile and lasts about 60-minutes. Following the tour, be sure to stop inside the historic Grand Theatre to...
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Downtown Frankfort Summer Concert Series: Anthony Rosano and The Conqueroos
Downtown Frankfort Summer Concert Series: Anthony Rosano and The Conqueroos
Anthony Rosano and the Conqueroos are Excited to be heading back to Frankfort Kentucky for the Downtown Summer Concert Series! Join us for the much-awaited Downtown Frankfort Summer Concert Series, proudly sponsored by WesBanco Get ready for an unforgettable summer filled with fantastic music and family fun. Music Lineup: Prepare to be entertained by an incredible array of musical talents, showcasing...
4 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Franklin County Farmers Market
Franklin County Farmers Market
Walk through our market and see fresh produce, eggs, breads, meats, jams and salsa, cheese, soap, plants, and more, all produced in Franklin and surrounding counties. Enjoy fresh food, support local farmers, and chat with friends. Kids Days at the Market are held every month on the second Saturday. More information coming soon!
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Kentucky Heartwood
Kentucky Heartwood
$8 per adult, Free for Kids Featuring Aileen Conner Featuring The Shacklefords The Kentucky Heartwood Music Festival is a fundraiser for the forest protection work of Kentucky Heartwood. We love celebrating our mission through community and the arts! Youth Music Competition Contest Categories: 8-12 years old & 13-18 years old. Cost is $10 to register! $100.00 Prize and a trophy...
2 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
2 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
2 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
3 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Summer Camp at Capital City Museum
Summer Camp at Capital City Museum
With a focus on historic crafts, this half-day camp will let your child explore history and nature in and around downtown Frankfort! Each day camp will have a different theme. The full summer schedule is listed below.June 28th - Ghost Stories!July 1st - Cryptids and Legends!July 10th - Splashin AroundJuly 24th-25th - Nature and ArtJuly 31st - Scavenger HuntsMinimum age...
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Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Doggy Book Club
Doggy Book Club
Hello Friends and Fans! Looking for something to do with your kiddos now that school is out? Check out our new and improved weekly Doggy Book Club! We invite kids age 7-12 to the shelter on Thursday's 10am-noon for a fun FREE experience! Learn to properly handle dogs and cats, make fun crafts, help out around the shelter and have...
STEAM for Teens
STEAM for Teens
Teens, join us monthly to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM). This program is offered in partnership with Kentucky Cooperative Extension at Kentucky State University and University of Kentucky.. All teens in grades 6-12 are welcome; registration is not required. In December, explore the beauty of snow and ice. Teen events are exclusively for middle and high school...
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Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Teen Clay Night
Teen Clay Night
Ages: Middle - High School Teen/Tween Night is developed as an introductory and exploratory class in clay. Students will increase their knowledge of clay or continue building on their knowledge in a fun and artistic environment. Pottery will be ready for pick up in 2 to 3 weeks, and you will receive an email or text when finished. These are...
Public Art Walking Tour
Public Art Walking Tour
Visit Frankfort invites you to explore the art in public places within the historic downtown area. See and discover our murals and sculptures, historic architecture, its stained-glass windows on this guided walking tour. The tour covers a distance of less than one mile and lasts about 60-minutes. Following the tour, be sure to stop inside the historic Grand Theatre to...
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2024 SMS Raiders of the Lost Ark
2024 SMS Raiders of the Lost Ark
Epic tale in which an intrepid archaeologist tries to beat a band of Nazis to a unique religious relic which is central to their plans for world domination. Battling against a snake phobia and a vengeful ex-girlfriend, Indiana Jones is in constant peril, making hair’s-breadth escapes at every turn in this celebration of the innocent adventure movies of an earlier...
5 events,
Free + Fun in Frankfort
Looking for free activities in Frankfort? Here's a few of our favorites. These Frankfort venues offer youth and family programming and are open to the public. Check their websites and/or social media for up to date activities and times. Josephine Sculpture Park Explore nearly 70 works of art throughout 40 acres of native meadows and newly forested areas. Enjoy picnic...
Franklin County Farmers Market
Franklin County Farmers Market
Walk through our market and see fresh produce, eggs, breads, meats, jams and salsa, cheese, soap, plants, and more, all produced in Franklin and surrounding counties. Enjoy fresh food, support local farmers, and chat with friends. Kids Days at the Market are held every month on the second Saturday. More information coming soon!
Breakfast with a Book
Breakfast with a Book
Join us for a meeting of Breakfast with a Book, where we will discuss The Lives of a Cell by Lewis Thomas. This book discussion group is for people who enjoy reading a variety of good books in both fiction and nonfiction. The group meets every four weeks on Saturday morning for a continental breakfast and book discussion. If you have questions...
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In Tune: Concert Series
In Tune: Concert Series
The city, with help from a National Endowment for the Arts grant, is rolling out a four-part cultural concert series called In Tune at four different parks this spring and summer. At each concert in the series — which are free — there will be food trucks, live music, special performances and family-friendly activities. All special events will be listed...
2024 Summer Feeding Programs
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